Verdict
At RM132,780, the iCaur V23 costs just RM1,892 more than the RM130,888 Suzuki Fronx, yet takes a very different route. Its two motors produce 208 hp and 292 Nm, drive all four wheels and draw from an 81.76-kWh battery rated for 430 km, giving it a clear performance and EV-use case. The Fronx answers with five seats, a larger 308-litre boot and lower RM120 annual road tax. For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging, the V23’s 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and longer warranty carry real weight; the Fronx is the more practical petrol-hybrid daily car.
Pick the iCaur V23 if home or workplace charging is available and you want 208 hp, all-wheel drive and a 430-km EV range for only RM1,892 more.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you need five seats, a 308-litre boot and petrol-hybrid refuelling without relying on charging.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Powertrain: iCaur V23 has two electric motors with 208 hp and 292 Nm; Suzuki Fronx has a 1,462-cc mild-hybrid petrol engine with 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- Drive and range: iCaur V23 is all-wheel drive with an 81.76-kWh battery and 430-km EV range; Suzuki Fronx is front-wheel drive with a 37-litre fuel tank.
- Space: iCaur V23 has four seats and a 234-litre boot; Suzuki Fronx has five seats and a 308-litre boot.
- Size: iCaur V23 is 4,220 mm long with a 2,735-mm wheelbase; Suzuki Fronx is 3,995 mm long with a 2,520-mm wheelbase.
- Ownership cover: iCaur V23 has a seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty and eight-year/160,000-km battery cover; Suzuki Fronx has a three-year/100,000-km…
V23
- 208-hp, 292-Nm dual-motor all-wheel-drive system
- 81.76-kWh battery, 430-km range and 104-kW DC charging
- Powered ventilated front seats, auto wipers and front parking sensors
- Four seats versus the Fronx’s five
- 234-litre boot versus 308 litres
- RM180 annual road tax versus RM120
Fronx
- Five seats and a 308-litre boot
- 360-degree camera, head-up display and rear air-con vents
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- 100 hp and 138 Nm versus the V23’s 208 hp and 292 Nm
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive
- Three-year/100,000-km vehicle warranty versus seven years/150,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780 | RM130,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 308 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 215/50R17 |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used V23 & Fronx for sale
V23 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The iCaur V23 is better for buyers able to charge regularly, with 208 hp, all-wheel drive and 430 km of EV range. The Suzuki Fronx is better for carrying five people and more luggage, with a 308-litre boot and petrol-hybrid refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 is RM1,892 dearer than the Suzuki Fronx: RM132,780 against RM130,888.
Which has the better warranty and ownership costs?
The V23 has longer seven-year/150,000-km vehicle and eight-year/160,000-km battery cover, but its annual road tax is RM180. The Fronx costs RM120 a year in road tax and has three-year/100,000-km vehicle plus five-year/100,000-km battery cover.